Adaptil is a synthetic copy of the natural calming pheromone that is produced by a lactating female after birth. The natural pheromone gives puppies a sense of calm, well-being and reassurance, and Adaptil has a similar effect in adult and young dogs.

The Adaptil diffuser is similar to a plug-in air-freshener. The main advantage to the Adaptil Diffuser is that it is constantly emitting the pheromones so there is no need to continually reapply, as with the spray.

It can be very comforting for puppies arriving at their new home or for adult dogs who are very nervous of visitors, loud noises (such as fireworks), novel or unpredictable situations.

The synthetic pheromone in Adaptil also helps to reduce other stress and fear-related behaviour such as destructive chewing, restlessness, house soiling and excessive whining / barking.

Adaptil is also available in the form of a Spray, Collar and Tablets.

The diffuser should be plugged in where the dog spends most of its time, such as near its bed, and covers an average 2 bedroom house for approximately 4 weeks.

For orders over £39 postage is free. For orders under £39 we charge £2.99.

For Light items (under 2kg) our standard method is Royal Mail First Class (there are a few exceptions, so if in doubt check our Delivery page).

To get it faster you can upgrade Light items to a Guaranteed Courier service, Saturday Courier or even before 12 noon services. There's a small fee, but if you're in a hurry they are worth considering. To ensure you get your courier order as quickly as possible, please place your order before 12 Noon Monday to Thursday. There is no standard Saturday courier delivery.

Heavy items weighing 2kg and more are sent via courier. If ordered before noon Monday to Thursday, Heavy items will be delivered next working day. Heavy items ordered after 12 Noon Friday, or anytime Saturday and Sunday will dispatched as soon as possible on a normal working day.

All exceptions to these guidelines are noted in the product description.